As temperatures begin to plummet in Louisiana many prepare for the daily challenge of dealing with frosty or frozen windshields. With lows expected in the 30s, a simple yet effective life hack has emerged as a swift solution to this wintry inconvenience.

KIKN-FM / Kickin' Country 99.1/100.5 logo
Get our free mobile app

How Does it Work?

This innovative trick involves a zip lock bag or a sturdy grocery bag filled with warm water, securely sealed to prevent leaks. Nothing is worse than being in a rush to get to work and then walking outside to discover a frosted or frozen windshield, this makeshift tool becomes a savior. Gently dragging the sealed bag along the glass initiates a rapid transformation, melting away the frost or ice in a matter of seconds.

TikTok
TikTok
loading...

This method is simple yet efficient and surpasses traditional techniques involving scraping with cards, using de-icing solutions, or waiting for the defroster. The science lies in the heat transfer from the warm water to the cold glass, causing swift melting without requiring much effort.

It's recommended to use warm water (not boiling) to prevent potential windshield damage due to sudden temperature changes. A tight seal on the bag ensures no spillage onto the car's surface, maintaining a hassle-free de-icing process.

TikTok
TikTok
loading...

With temperatures continuing to drop, this practical life hack proves to be a useful asset against icy windshields. Its accessibility, ease, and effectiveness make it a standout solution for anyone grappling with frosty car windows in the face of plummeting temperatures.

Since Louisiana winters are often unpredictable we typically are not prepared for colder weather like norther states. This simple hack is easy and requires two things you most likely have at home, a ziplock bag and warm water.

LOOK: The most expensive weather and climate disasters in recent decades

Stacker ranked the most expensive climate disasters by the billions since 1980 by the total cost of all damages, adjusted for inflation, based on 2021 data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The list starts with Hurricane Sally, which caused $7.3 billion in damages in 2020, and ends with a devastating 2005 hurricane that caused $170 billion in damage and killed at least 1,833 people. Keep reading to discover the 50 of the most expensive climate disasters in recent decades in the U.S.

Gallery Credit: KATELYN LEBOFF

More From KIKN-FM / Kickin' Country 99.1/100.5